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Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live on.

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The Big Oxmox advised her not to do so, because there were thousands of bad Commas, wild Question Marks and devious Semikoli.

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Pityful a rethoric question ran over her cheek, then she continued her way. On her way she met a copy. The copy warned the Little Blind Text.

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Sustainable living through education & farming.

Olin and Leigh Funderburk jumped off the corporate ladder to start a small sustainable farm in Franklin, Tennessee. Their life’s passion is teaching others how to grow their own healthy food without pesticides and using resources sustainably for future generations. They have developed numerous resources to teach others the freedom of self-sufficient living and they want to share it all with you!

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Timing is Everything: When to Plant Seeds for Your Garden & How to Support Germination

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How to Support Your Local Farms During Shutdowns Related to Coronavirus

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How Sustainable Living Practices Can Help You Navigate the Challenges of COVID-19

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Reduce Waste & Add Nutrients to Your Garden: Your Guide to Beginning Vermicomposting

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Manure vs. Vermicompost: Which is a Better Option for Your Garden Soil?

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9 Early Spring Chores for Your Home & Garden that You Can Start Doing Today

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Cast Iron Cooking: How to Care for & Cook with Your Cast Iron

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3 Powerful Ways Sustainable Living Improves Your Life

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Reclaim the Lost Art of Sustainable Crafts: 40+ Resources to Get Started

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Attract Pollinators to Your Garden with these 12 Common Plants for Bee Foraging

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Save Money, Space, and Headaches with these 5 Ideas for Repurposing and Recycling Your Clothing

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Wine Making 101: It’s Not As Hard As You Think

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Dirt Rich Education

Dirt Rich Education encompasses all aspects of sustainable living. “How to grow your own healthy food and use your natural resources wisely for the benefit of future generations” is the mission of our farm. Sustainable Classes on Homestead Education show the community how to be more self-sufficient and provide individuals and families with the freedom to have healthy choices at their disposal. Classes and educational resources are available via books, videos, social media, and in-person farm experiences.

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